Type Bullpup designated marksman rifle
Place of origin People's Republic of China
Service history
In service 1997-Present
Used by People's Liberation Army, People's Armed Police, various state police forces[citation needed]
Production history
Designer 1990s
Manufacturer Norinco
Variants Type 97
Specifications
Weight 4.1 kg (9.0 lb)
Length 920 mm (36.2 in)
Barrel length 640 mm (25.2 in)
Cartridge 5.8×42mm DBP87 (with non-standard loading); 5.56×45mm NATO (KBU-97A export variant)
Action Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Effective firing range 400–800 meters
Feed system 10-round detachable box magazine
Sights 3-9×40, 6-24×44 telescopic sights